Meet the Operator
NICK TALBOT, Marketing Manager, Funway Holidays
Why should Mexico be front of mind for agents? Being a year-round destination, Mexico really does offer something for everyone – from Mayan culture, dining and entertainment and adventure and water sports to shopping, golf and some of the most relaxing spas in the Caribbean. With this in mind, customers can take their pick from luxury high-end resorts to great- value getaways to suit their needs and budget.
Where would you recommend for a first-time visitor? Here at Funway, we offer once-in- a-lifetime holidays to a variety of locations across Mexico – including Cancun, Riviera Maya and Cozumel, as well as the Pacifi c Coast. Cancun is a great choice for young couples and groups of friends looking for a lively getaway, whereas Riviera Maya is perfect for those seeking a Mayan paradise against a stunning backdrop of pristine beaches and serene lagoons.
Is it easy to combine historic sights and beach in one holiday?
Once in Mexico, your clients can be as active or relaxed as they wish with a varied selection of experiences on hand. After relaxing on the beach, suggest a day trip to one of the ‘Seven Wonders of the World’ , Chichen Itza, to take in the Mayan culture fi rst hand.
Sample Package Seven nights on the Riviera Maya
start from £989pp. Accommodation is at the four-and-a-half star Occidental Grand Xcaret, with travel on May 6 2014. Flights with Virgin Atlantic. 0844 557 0626
funway4agents.co.uk
28 December 2013
“Long gone are the dated
concrete blocks of hotels and resorts lining the beaches of Cancún,” says Kevin Coles, Product Manager at Travel 2. “In their place stand new
contemporary resorts, with exceptionally high standards of service, cuisine and rooms with the latest hi-tech gadgets”. “This is a good time to be selling Mexico, because we offer the best value for money and the most amazing product of any of the countries that might be considered alternatives to Mexico,” says Milko Rivera Hope, UK Director of Mexico Tourism. “We are a top-class luxury,
honeymoon, spa, gastronomy, culture and scuba diving destination and our beaches are without comparison.”
What’s new Operators: Explore (explore.
co.uk) is launching a new Mexico tour this autumn and Journey Latin America (journeylatinamerica.
co.uk) is offering a new tour focusing on food and drink, visiting Mexico City, Puebla, Oaxaca and Mérida. Hotels: Maroma Resort and Spa, on the Riviera Maya
(
maromahotel.com) has created a Mayan village on its doorstep, with a Mayan sample menu, using traditional cooking methods. Another Riviera Maya resort, Fairmont Mayakoba (
fairmont.com/ mayakoba), has a number of innovations this autumn and winter including new menus featuring edible Mexican fl owers, corporate yoga, a play station room for teens and savings on stays before December 19. Sandos Caracol Eco Resort
(
sandos.com), 15 minutes from Playa del Carmen, will appeal to nature lovers and explorers as it sits in the middle of a lush green area on the edge of a jungle. A water park and kids club is aimed at families. Promotions/Marketing:
Mexico Tourism’s (
visitmexico.com) new promotional campaign, ‘Live it to believe it’, focuses on the many wonders of Mexico and the rich experiences the country offers. Airlines: Thomson (thomson.
co.uk) has launched fl ights from the UK to Puerto Vallarta on the Pacifi c coast.
Clockwise from top left: Memories of the Mayans, the resort of Isla Navidad, gastronomic treats and some gentle pampering (right)
“Talk about Mexico’s highlights: they’re guaranteed to interest customers. Who couldn’t be tempted by amazing culture, fascinating history, colourful local customs and delicious food? It’s
a brilliant combination!” JUDE BERRY PRODUCT MANAGER, EXPLORE
www.sellinglonghaul.com
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